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TAAN, Travelife sign pact

Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN) has signed a cooperation agreement with Travelife to introduce the Dutch firm’s sustainability system among TAAN members.

TAAN President Mahendra Singh Thapa and Naut Kusters of Travelife signed the agreement on behalf of their respective institutions on February 29.

The agreement covers three major issues – promotion of sustainability and Travelife among TAAN members, Travelife training and exam, and Travelife action planning and reporting. As per the agreement, Travelife in partnership with Great Himalaya Trail Development Program (GHTDP) will take responsibility for the adaptation of Traveling Training package in Nepal.

TAAN will support the testing and approval of the training.